Outrage Erupts as Ex-Prosecutor Blames Charlie Kirk for Death
UPDATE: Outrage is sweeping social media after former Michigan prosecutor Carol Siemon suggested that Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was responsible for his own assassination during a speaking event on July 24, 2025, at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. This shocking statement has ignited fierce backlash amid tributes for the conservative activist, who was shot and killed while engaging with supporters.
Siemon, who resigned as the top prosecutor in Ingham County in 2022, mocked Kirk’s pro-Second Amendment stance in a post on X (formerly Twitter). She stated, “I’m terribly sorry when anyone is shot. But I’m sure he doesn’t mind because he has said that shootings and gun deaths are a price he is willing to pay for nearly unfettered abilities to possess and use firearms.” Her remarks have drawn immediate condemnation, with many calling her comments deeply inappropriate and insensitive.
Former Michigan House Speaker and gubernatorial candidate Tom Leonard criticized Siemon’s comments as “politicizing the murder of a young father and husband.” Leonard further highlighted her record, pointing out that during her tenure, Lansing became one of the most dangerous cities in America due to her handling of gun crime prosecutions.
Kirk, just 31 years old and a father of two, was leading his American Comeback Tour when he was fatally shot. Eyewitnesses reported a chaotic scene as Kirk interacted with both supporters and detractors before the tragic incident unfolded.
As tributes pour in from across the globe—from fans to prominent political figures—Siemon’s remarks have overshadowed the mourning. Many are expressing disbelief that a public figure would attempt to shift blame onto a victim of violence.
Siemon’s controversial past includes allowing convicted felon Anthony McRae to plead a felony gun charge down to a misdemeanor, a decision that permitted McRae to avoid jail time and retain the ability to purchase firearms. This decision has drawn scrutiny in light of the 2023 Michigan State University mass shooting that killed three people.
In a further twist, Siemon appears to have deleted her social media account following the backlash. As calls for accountability grow, the community is left grappling with the implications of her remarks and the tragic loss of Kirk.
As the story continues to develop, many are left wondering how this incident will impact discussions around gun control, public safety, and the responsibilities of public officials in the wake of violence.
Stay tuned for more updates as authorities investigate this tragic event and its larger implications for society.
